Engine Calibration Development Engineer

ISUZU TECHNICAL CENTER OF AMERICA INC • Plymouth, MI

12d • $87,448 - $123,755 • Onsite

About The Position

Engine Management Systems supports the development, calibration, implementation, validation, and maintenance of performance and emissions (P&E), onboard diagnostics (OBD) strategies, and engine control systems for diesel or gasoline powertrain applications. This role collaborates with cross-functional engineering teams to develop performance and emissions calibration, conduct testing and validation, support diagnostic calibrations and regulatory compliance activities, and assist with executing calibration development plans. The position provides guidance to more junior staff and contributes to engine calibration and development strategy, calibration integration, certification support, and issue resolution while ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and company standards. Extensive independent judgment is required.

The position supports engine calibration development plans and project deliverables; develops, validates, and troubleshoots engine and exhaust system performance and emissions strategies and calibrations; and assists with OBD calibration and validation. It develops and maintains calibration data for assigned powertrain programs, supports software and calibration feature integration, and works with calibration engineers, software developers, product development teams, suppliers, and engineering partners to resolve issues. The role also supports regulatory compliance, benchmarking, research, technical reporting, and validation activities.

This is a full-time, on-site position in Plymouth, Michigan. The work is primarily sedentary in a controlled office environment, with regular activities that may include reaching, stooping, crawling under vehicles, and using automotive repair shop tools and equipment to validate and develop repair procedures on medium-duty commercial vehicles. Occasional light lifting of 5–25 pounds and 10–15% domestic and international travel, including overnight stays, are required. The employer is hiring at Engineer II or Senior Engineer level. The listed overall salary range is $87,448–$123,755; the Engineer II range is $87,448–$111,496 and the Senior Engineer range is $97,063–$123,755. The base salary depends on relevant experience and education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive or commercial vehicle engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in calibration of engine controls, performance and emissions systems, or OBD systems.
• Extensive knowledge of current government regulations and effective performance and emissions strategies for light- or heavy-duty engine calibration.
• Thorough understanding of engine components and engine management systems.
• Advanced knowledge of gasoline or diesel engine controls, exhaust emissions systems, and diagnostic strategies.
• Knowledge of applicable OBD regulations and industry standards.
• Understanding of calibration development and validation processes.
• Familiarity with emissions and environmental testing methodologies, including engine dynamometer testing.
• Advanced experience using calibration and measurement tools such as ETAS INCA or similar systems.
• Thorough working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink.
• Hands-on experience with CAN communication and CAN data acquisition and analysis tools.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and engineering specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional engineering teams.
• Excellent PC skills in Microsoft Office applications and standard engineering software tools.
• Ability to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer.
• Ability to perform occasional light lifting of 5–25 pounds.
• Ability to travel 10–15% domestically and internationally, including overnight stays.
• Ability to work full-time on-site.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of engine calibration development plans and project deliverables.
• Develop, validate, and troubleshoot engine and exhaust system performance and emissions strategies and calibrations.
• Assist in developing and executing OBD calibration and validation.
• Track calibration development status and support adherence to project schedules.
• Develop and maintain calibration data for assigned powertrain programs.
• Participate in calibration comparison reviews and validation activities.
• Maintain engineering records and project documentation.
• Support integration of new engine controls software and calibration features.
• Collaborate with calibration engineers, software developers, and product development teams to resolve product development issues.
• Participate in technical reviews and working group meetings.
• Support communication of engine performance requirements, program timing, and technical issues within the product development team.
• Assist with implementation of future model year requirements and development activities.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with EPA or CARB regulations and vehicle requirements.
• Evaluate competitor vehicles for benchmarking of performance, drivability, emissions, and diagnostic systems.
• Research emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory developments.
• Prepare technical summaries and reports for engineering management.
• Participate in technical discussions with suppliers and engineering partners.
• Support issue resolution involving hardware, software, and calibration systems.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and fertility benefits.
• Fertility and family-building support through WIN Fertility, including adoption and surrogacy benefits, WINMaternity, PowerPause, and up to $25,000 in lifetime benefits for fertility-related services.
• Paid vacation, 15 paid holidays annually, sick leave, parental leave, and miscellaneous time off for volunteering or a compelling personal need.
• 401(k) plan with a company match and an additional Annual Retirement Contribution (ARC).
• Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance and Travel Insurance.
• Wellness program with tools and resources for physical and mental well-being.
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related coursework, degree programs, and professional growth.
• Employee discounts on insurance, travel, entertainment, car purchases and rentals, retail purchases, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level